Melissa Lowenthal
Livingston,NJ
Summary
Devoted and upbeat educator with a commitment to fostering student learning and unlocking individual potential by using a balance of teaching methods.
Proactive and goal-oriented professional with excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Known for reliability and adaptability, with swift capacity to learn and apply new skills. Committed to leveraging these qualities to drive team success and contribute to organizational growth.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Elementary Teacher
Burnet Hill Elementary School
09.2002 - Current
- Develop and implement engaging, effective lessons in all subject areas for heterogeneous group of second grade students
- Design a comprehensive Teacher's College Reading and Writing Project units of study
- Integrate technology with hands-on activities to foster student engagement and learning
- Work collaboratively with other teachers and professionals to create effective lessons that met the learning needs and abilities of all students
- Introduce a Writer’s Workshop appropriate for second grade abilities
- Organize and create learning centers and bulletin boards
- Attended parent conferences, faculty and team meetings, IEP meetings, and county-wide professional development days
- Actively participate in activities which include: assessing student progress, assigning grades, taking attendance, lunch/recess duty, keeping parents/guardians.
- Prepared materials for lessons, assignments, and assessments, and evaluated, corrected and graded student performance to identify gaps in skills or knowledge and set realistic goals.
- Communicated student progress, academic difficulties, or behavioral concerns to parents, guardians and administration using tact and professionalism to improve student academic performance.
- Worked one-on-one with students to determine strengths, weaknesses, and learning patterns.
- Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking, and communication.
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
- Scheduled and directed field trips and hands-on activities to foster student learning and creativity.
- Provided individualized and diversified instruction to support student comprehension and assist with navigating challenges.
- Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social, and emotional growth.
- Met with parents to review Individualized Education Plans for at-risk students.
- Reinforced positive behavior by encouraging efforts through affirmation statements and praising accomplishments.
- Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers, and administrative staff.
- Prepared and administered grade-specific tests and examinations regulated by school district to monitor students' growth and to report progress to parents.
- Designed and presented lesson plans in one or more academic subjects using variety of teaching techniques to appeal to various learning styles within assigned grade level.
- Maintained knowledge of school curricula, standards and policies to correctly prepare students for higher grade levels.
- Administered various reading tests and determined student reading levels based on assessment findings.
- Coached, mentored and evaluated student teachers for progress against program objectives.
- Created lesson plans to correlate with state curriculum standards and devised educational programs to meet educational objectives.
Kindergarten
Burnet Hill Elementary School
09.2006 - 06.2009
- Planned and implemented daily classroom activities for Kindergarten students
- Assisted children in academic and personal/social growth through interpersonal, organizational, and conflict-resolution skills
- Organized and prepared materials for daily activities
- Maintained clean, well-organized learning environment
- Performed written evaluations four times a year
- Created weekly lesson plans, train new teachers/staff, and provide support to both the children and their parents.
- Delivered lesson plans, implemented school curriculum and used data to create, monitor, and establish personalized learning plan for each student.
- Exercised good classroom management focused on positive behavior support by clearly articulating fair and consistent expectations along with appropriate natural consequences.
- Collaborated with other faculty and staff to promote rigorous learning opportunities, general well-being of school and collective interest of staff and student body.
- Reported to parents and administration about student progress.
- Monitored and evaluated student progress through regular assessments and observations.
- Built positive relationships with students and families for safe, trusted learning support.
Sales Associate
KBL Group
06.2003 - 08.2004
- Recorded accurate and efficient records in customer database.
- Kept detailed records of daily activities through online customer database.
- Contributed to event marketing, sales and brand promotion.
- Contributed to team objectives in fast-paced environment.
- Developed and maintained strong working relationships with professionals within assigned territory.
- Achieved or exceeded company-defined sales quotas.
- Developed, maintained and utilized diverse client base.
- Increased sales with execution of full sales cycle processing from initial lead processing through conversion and closing.
- Collaborated with managers to provide customer feedback and recommend operational changes to meet emerging trends.
- Served customers with knowledgeable, friendly support at every stage of shopping and purchasing.
Fourth Grade
Burnet Hill Elementary School
09.2002 - 06.2004
- Established and enforce rules for behavior and procedures for maintaining order among the students for whom they are responsible
- Observed and evaluated students' performance, behavior, social development, and physical health
- Prepared materials and classrooms for class activities
- Adapted teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students' varying needs and interests
- Planed and conducted activities for a balanced program of instruction, demonstration, and work time that provides students with opportunities to observe, question, and investigate
- Instructed students individually and in groups
- Established clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects, and communicate those objectives to students
- Assigned and graded class work and homework
- Prepared, administered, and graded tests and assignments in order to evaluate students' progress.
- Planned lessons according to district standards to cover requirements and prepare for standardized tests.
- Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking, and communication.
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
- Prepared and administered grade-specific tests and examinations regulated by school district to monitor students' growth and to report progress to parents.
- Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social, and emotional growth.
Elementary teacher
Harrison Elementary School
12.2001 - 06.2002
- Fifth Grade Math Teacher
- Instructed using manipulatives by relating to real world situations
- Implemented various strategies and problem solving skills
- Fostered independent discovery using mathematical situations
- Integrated technology into the classroom through Inspiration to create graphic organizers, writing projects, and research projects (internet)
- Created, developed, and implemented innovative lesson plans/course objectives
- Collaborated with staff and team to differentiate instruction.
Elementary Teacher
Hillside Elementary School
09.1998 - 06.2001
- Fourth Grade Teacher
- Adapted curriculum to meet the needs of IEP modifications, children with special needs
- Team-taught with supplemental teacher for special Ed students with context of regular education classroom
- Integrated technology into the classroom by utilizing special spelling programs to differentiate instruction
- Create classroom webs and graphic organizers to aid in student achievement.
Education
Master of Arts - Education
Seton Hall University
south orange, NJ01.2003
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Seton hall univeristy
South orange, NJ01.1998
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ARTISTIC ACADEMY
FAIRLAWN, NJ01.1996
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rider university
lawrenceville, NJ01.1995
Skills
- Student needs assessment
- Multimedia instruction
- Problem-solving skills
- Oral communication
- Behavior Modification
- Reading instruction
- Hands-on learning
- Problem-solving aptitude
- Instructional Design
- Creative lesson planning
- Professionalism
- Problem-solving abilities
- Progress Monitoring
Professional Development
- Edmodo, padlet, google docs, February 2014
- Blogging in the primary grades, june 2013
- Calendar math on an interactive whiteboard, june 2013
- Basic smart board skills, june 2012
- Integrating technology into the classroom, April 2003
- Introduction to digital media, march 2003
- Digital video editing, february 2003
Technology Proficiencies
- Google Chrome
- Microsoft Suite
- Google Doc
- Interactive Whiteboard
- Benq Board
- Internet Explorer
- Padlet
- Brainpop
- Common Lit
- Nearpod
- Powtoon
- Popplet
- Quizizz
- Xtramath
- IMovie
- Schoology
- Canva
- Magic School
Specialized Skill Sets
- Team oriented
- Cooperative learning
- Strategy groups
- UBD Curriculum writing - Social Studies
- Art and Science of teaching- Marzano
- Reading and Writing Workshop
- Extensive experience in teaching students of different age groups
- Thorough knowledge about education system, procedures and standards
- Competent in using various educations and teaching related software
- Superior teaching and communication skills
- Ability to establish effective communication and coordination between teachers and students
- Virtual Field trips
- Webquests
- Create concept maps to help develop and organize thinking through Mind Mup and Popplet
References
Mr. Lisa Baretto, Principal, Burnet Hill Elementary, 973-535-8000
Dr. Dorian Gemellaro Supervisor Livingston Public Schools, 973-535-8000
Districtcommittees
- Advisory Committee Burnet Hill Elementary, 2012-present
- District Technology Committee, 2013-present
- Curriculum Writing Social Studies, 2011-present
Timeline
Kindergarten
Burnet Hill Elementary School
09.2006 - 06.2009
Sales Associate
KBL Group
06.2003 - 08.2004
Elementary Teacher
Burnet Hill Elementary School
09.2002 - Current
Fourth Grade
Burnet Hill Elementary School
09.2002 - 06.2004
Elementary teacher
Harrison Elementary School
12.2001 - 06.2002
Elementary Teacher
Hillside Elementary School
09.1998 - 06.2001
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Seton hall univeristy
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ARTISTIC ACADEMY
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rider university
Master of Arts - Education
Seton Hall University
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